Form DS-82

The DS-82 form is used to apply for a passport renewal by mail. In order to use this form, you must meet the following requirements: 1) your most recent passport is undamaged and can be submitted with your application; 2) you received your passport within the last 15 years; 3) you were 16 years of age or older when your passport was issued; 4) you use the same name as on your most recent passport or have documentation of legal name change. If you do not meet all of the requirements for using the DS-82 form, you will need to apply in person using form DS-11.